Monday, March 26, 2012

What Should I Wear to My Interview?


One of the most questionable aspects of preparing for a job interview is what to wear. Every semester, students spend hours contemplating and considering what they should wear to their interviews. As a Career Educator at the GSU Office of Career Services, it is always surprising to see what students believe is interview attire and hear what their idea of business professional clothing encompasses. At Career Services we recommend to all students that if they will be interviewed, to always dress in business professional attire which primarily includes a dark suit-and-tie sort of ensemble, however, other sources would argue otherwise. According to a CBS News article about how to dress for success, interview attire and on-the-job clothing should vary depending on the respective industry. The article argues that there has recently been a shift in rules when it comes to how to dress when going to work.

The article also mentions statutes to live by when it comes to making a first impression:

·         Before you meet with someone from the company, know their dress code and it is also advisable to know the company culture

·         Dress one step up from the current employees. For example, if they wear suits with no tie, you should wear a suit with a tie to appear slightly more professional

·         Make sure that your clothes look well pressed and your shoes look presentable 
 
·         Everything that can be groomed such as hair, facial hair, and nails should look

The previously mentioned rules are worthy to live by and will help in making the best first impression possible when it comes to attire, but also remember to bring confidence and a positive attitude with you as well.


Shayla Frinks
Career Educator

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